ASID 2026 Conference
The Australasian Society for Intellectual Disability (ASID) 2026 Conference will bring together researchers, advocates, policymakers, service providers, families, carers and people with intellectual disabilities from across Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand.
Location(s): Canterbury
Website: Event website
Upcoming session(s)
19 OCT 2026
All day
20 OCT 2026
All day
Over two days, the program will share new research, practical ideas, lived-experience insights and policy developments that support people with intellectual disabilities to live full and inclusive lives.
The ASID 2026 conference will have:
Presentations by international keynote speakers
Breakout sessions on key topics like employment, health, criminal justice, parenting, housing and support, decision making and building inclusive communities.
Attendees will hear about new ideas, learn from research, discuss contested policy issues, and share fresh thoughts.
Contact details
Email: conference@asid.asn.au
Venue
Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre
188 Oxford Terrace, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8011, New Zealand